Koodan - Bahoriband, Katni
Koodan is a village situated in the Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahoriband and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Kudan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koodan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koodan is 488657. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.67 hectares and falls under the 483331 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Koodan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koodan
According to the 2011 Census, Koodan village had a total population of 1,958 people, including 986 males and 972 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.55%, with male literacy at 76.29% and female literacy at 56.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 534, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 356.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 986 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 134 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 180 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 650 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 336 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Koodan
Koodan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koodan
Koodan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Koodan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koodan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koodan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koodan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koodan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Koodan
Where is Koodan located?
Koodan village is located in Bahoriband Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koodan?
The Gram Panchayat of Koodan is Kudan.
What is the pincode of Koodan?
The pincode of Koodan is 483331.
What is the population of Koodan?
Koodan had a total population of 1,958, including 986 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Koodan?
Koodan had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koodan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koodan was 66.55%. Male literacy was 76.29% and female literacy was 56.37%.